Key Steps to Building a Quality Custom Home

I. Pre-Qualify for a Mortgage Loan.

You may wish to go to your current or most recent lender for a new loan if you have had good experiences with them. However, it never hurts to talk with several lenders to be sure rates are in line. Les Miller Homes can help you with lenders in the Fort Worth area.

II. Choose a quality builder.

There are many fine builders in the Fort Worth area. Pick one with whom you feel comfortable. But, most importantly, check out their financial background, reputation, warranty, and service.  Certified Master Builder's Corp. is an organization who's members must maintain higher standards than mandated by the State of Texas and each member must re-qualify on an annual basis.

III. Pick Your Lot with Your Builder's Help.

Often people fall in love with a lot, purchase it, then talk with a builder to find that the lot will require retaining walls, special concrete drainage, major earthwork, or that the soil is just plain unstable. The extra cost to you could be substantial.

IV. Develop the House Plan with Your Builder.

Les Miller Homes has many books of stock plans and they are a great help in formulating thoughts about what you want in a home. But, the best plans require modification to your wants and needs. A builder with a graduate engineer or architect on staff will be of great assistance.